By Duncan Mnisi Book Review – Steve Biko’s “I Write What I Like” is a compelling and powerful collection of writings that showcase his passionate advocacy for black consciousness, resistance against oppression, and the importance of mental liberation in South Africa’s struggle against apartheid. Throughout his writings, Biko emphasizes that “the most potent weapon in…
By Duncan Mnisi Book Review – Fred Khumalo’s novel The Longest March is a compelling narrative set against the tumultuous backdrop of South Africa’s history, capturing the resilience of ordinary people amid extraordinary circumstances. Spanning more than a century, the story intricately weaves together the struggles of Zulu mineworkers, their love stories, and the societal…
By Staff Reporter Thungela has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with University of Pretoria’s (UP) Educational Psychology Department. As part of this collaboration, the Department of Educational Psychology at the university will deploy master’s students to various schools to offer essential psychosocial support to both educators and learners in the foundation and intermediate phases….
By Duncan Mnisi In the realm of African folklore and cultural storytelling, Indaba, My Children by Vusamazulu C. Mutwa stands out as a profound literary treasure, weaving together myth, history, and spirituality. First published in 1964, this collection of folktales paints a vivid tapestry of Africa’s ancestral past, celebrating the resilience and richness of indigenous…